skill-installer

Install Codex skills from curated sets or GitHub repositories into CODEX_HOME/skills.

Updated Dec 28, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/oalansilva/crypto --skill skill-installer-oalansilva
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: skill-installer
Source: https://github.com/oalansilva/crypto/tree/main/.codex-home-test/.codex/skills/.system/skill-installer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/oalansilva/crypto --skill skill-installer-oalansilva

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Install Codex skills into your CODEX_HOME/skills from a curated set or directly from a GitHub repository path, simplifying skill management and onboarding.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • List installable skills from curated sources or experimental locations.
  • Install a curated skill quickly or pull a skill from another repo (including private repos) with minimal friction.
  • Use cases include adding new capabilities to Codex, updating available skills, and restoring missing components after a fresh setup.

Quick Start

Run the skill installer to list available skills or install a selected skill from a curated list or a GitHub repository.

Frequently Asked Questions about skill-installer

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I install Codex skills from a GitHub repository?

You can install Codex skills from a GitHub repository by specifying the repository path, which pulls the skill directly into your CODEX_HOME/skills directory. This supports private repositories and offers flexible installation methods including auto, download, or git.

What are curated Codex skills and how do I list them?

Curated Codex skills are pre-selected sets of capabilities available for quick installation. You can list these installable skills from curated sources or experimental locations using the skill installer to browse available options before expanding your Codex setup.

Can I install Codex skills from private GitHub repositories?

Yes, you can install Codex skills from private GitHub repositories. The skill installer supports pulling skills from external repositories, including private ones, and applies safeguards to ensure secure installation into your CODEX_HOME/skills directory.

What is the best way to manage Codex skill onboarding and restore missing components?

The best way to manage Codex skill onboarding and restore missing components is to use a skill installer that downloads from curated sets or GitHub paths. This simplifies adding new capabilities and quickly restoring missing parts after a fresh setup.

Does the skill installer support custom destination naming when adding new capabilities to Codex?

Yes, the skill installer supports optional destination naming when adding new capabilities to Codex. It installs skills into CODEX_HOME/skills with safeguards, allowing you to specify custom names while using flexible methods like auto, download, or git.